Beechwood
Residential care home · Sunderland
29 Thornholme Road, Ashbrooke, Sunderland, SR2 7LZ
Run by Education and Services for People with Autism Limited
- OutstandingCQC · May 2020
- 8.8Our score
- Beds8
- Type of careResidential
- Phone0191 565 9789
Latest inspection
- Inspected on 21 May 2020
Inspected more than 4 years ago
What the inspectors rate
- SafeGood
- EffectiveGood
- CaringOutstanding
- ResponsiveOutstanding
- Well-ledGood
- Regulator
- Care Quality Commission
- Registered as
- Beechwood
- Status
- Registered in England
- Latest rating
- Outstanding
- Register number
- 1-1267973030
From the public register of the Care Quality Commission, checked on 2 November 2026.
About Beechwood
Beechwood is a residential care home in Sunderland, registered with the Care Quality Commission for 8 residents. It is run by Education and Services for People with Autism Limited. The CQC register lists care for older people, learning disabilities and younger adults.
Care on offer
- Care homes
Compared with Sunderland
Nearest
| Name | Distance | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RosehillSunderland | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Ashdale - SunderlandSunderland | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| Ashgate CottageSunderland | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 | |
| 14 ThornhillSunderland | 0.1 miles | Requires improvement | 5.0 | |
| Thorncliffe HouseSunderland | 0.1 miles | Good | 8.0 |
Also run by Education and Services for People with Autism Limited
| Name | Official rating | Our score | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedars LodgeSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Limited - 7 The CedarsSunderland | Good | 8.4 | |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Limited - 8-8a The CedarsSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| Montpelier TerraceSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| The HermitageSunderland | Good | 8.0 | |
| LawrethSeaham | Good | 8.0 | |
| Education and Services for People with Autism Limited - 35-37 Portland AvenueSeaham | Good | 8.0 | |
| Garden LodgeSeaham | Good | 8.0 | |
| Orchard HouseSeaham | Good | 8.4 | |
| Holly HouseHoughton-le-Spring | Good | 8.0 | |
| East Dene CourtSeaham | Good | 8.0 | |
| Forest HallNewcastle upon Tyne | Good | 8.0 |
What stands out
What stands out
- Rated Outstanding by the CQC in the caring and responsive key questions (inspection of 21 May 2020).
Types of care
Also works on: residential
Location
29 Thornholme Road, Ashbrooke, Sunderland, SR2 7LZ
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Questions families ask
How much does Beechwood cost?
The CQC register does not list fees, so ask Beechwood for its weekly fee. As a guide, Sunderland council paid on average £931 a week for a residential care place for people aged 65 and over in 2024-2025, against £982 across England (GOV.UK adult social care finance report). People who pay for their own care are usually charged more than councils pay.
Who pays for a place in this home?
Ask Beechwood whether it takes residents funded by Sunderland council and what it charges people who pay for themselves. In England the council may help after a needs assessment and a financial assessment if savings and assets are below £23,250 (2026 to 2027 rules). People whose needs are mainly health needs may qualify for NHS Continuing Healthcare, which pays the full fee.